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IEEE1284-C (HP printer) pinout parallel interface

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This interface connector may be found at

most newer HP printers equipped with LPT
port and some other hardware. Connector
36 pin MDR36 female connector is half-pitch Centronics (HPCN36) MDR 36. 36 pin half-pitch Centronics
at the computer or PCI Graphic (HPCN36) MDR 36
Card Pin Signal Abbr. Source
male connector
1 Busy (high) BUSY Printer at the device or monitor (Silicon
Graphics 1600SW )
Select (active
2 SEL Printer
high)
Acknowledge
3 ACK Printer
(active low)
Error (Fault-
4 ERROR Printer
active low)
Paper Error
5 PE Printer
(active high
Data Bit 0
6 D0 Computer
(LSB)
7 Data Bit 1 D1 Computer/Printer
8 Data Bit 2 D2 Computer/Printer
9 Data Bit 3 D3 Computer/Printer
10 Data Bit 4 D4 Computer/Printer
11 Data Bit 5 D5 Computer/Printer
12 Data Bit 6 D6 Computer/Printer
Data Bit 7
13 D7 Computer/Printer
(MSB)
14 Initial INIT ?
Data Strobe
15 STROBE Computer
(low)
Select Input
16 SI ?
(active low)
Auto Line
17 Feed (active ALF ?
low)
Host Logic
18 HLH Computer
High
19 Return/Ground RGND ?
20 Return/Ground RGND ?
21 Return/Ground RGND ?
22 Return/Ground RGND ?
23 Return/Ground RGND ?
24 Return/Ground RGND ?
25 Return/Ground RGND ?
26 Return/Ground RGND ?
27 Return/Ground RGND ?
28 Return/Ground RGND ?
29 Return/Ground RGND ?

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30 Return/Ground RGND ?
31 Return/Ground RGND ?
32 Return/Ground RGND ?
33 Return/Ground RGND ?
34 Return/Ground RGND ?
35 Return/Ground RGND ?
Peripheral
36 PLH Printer
Logic High

IEEE-1284 specifies, among other things, five

modes of data transfer: standard (legacy style),
reverse (nibble and byte modes), and half-duplex or
bidirectional (EPP and ECP). It also details cable
properties and connector types.

The 1284 standard is an innovation that allows

parallel printer ports to transfer data at many times
the standard speed, and also allows for an array of
bidirectional communications and longer cable runs.
The Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended
Capabilities Port (ECP) both follow 1284 standards,
although EPP was developed prior to 1284's
release. The primary advantage of this technology
is the ability to use devices on a PC's parallel port
that were previously unable to be used because of
communication limitations. However, printers have
also benefited and Hewlett-Packard's Bitronix
protocol, introduced with their LasetJet 4, is proof.
Bitronix takes advantage of 1284's nibble mode,
and allows data to be sent from the printer to the
computer quickly in this manner.

What is the difference between an IEEE-1284

cable and a standard one?

This is often a misunderstood concept. First, let's

make the distinction between bidirectional and
1284-compliant cables. Applying the 1284 standard
to cables, the IEEE-compliance primarily means
speed, and these cables are precisely
manufactured for that purpose. The 1284 standard
sets exacting specifications on cable impedance,
shielding, length, and connector styles to insure that
they will be up to the task. Bidirectional cables must
simply be able to transfer data in both directions,
and your everyday 25-wire printer cables (and all
straight-thru 25 wire cables) are capable of this;
they are not, however, capable of the speed
required by 1284-compliant peripherals. Peripherals
which are IEEE-1284 compliant (such as many
newer printers) require the use of a high-speed
cable, as do most of the devices that connect to an
EPP or ECP.

IEEE-1284 connectors.

There are three official types of connectors: they

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are termed A, B, and C. The A type is a standard

DB25 and the B type is your typical Centronics 36
connector. The C type is exclusive to 1284, and is
intended to be used on new equipment which
conforms to the standard; it is called a half-pitch
Centronics 36 connector (HPCN36).

What devices require IEEE-1284 cables?

As a rule of thumb, any device that requires your

computer's parallel port to be set to EPP/ECP mode
is worthy of a 1284-compliant cable. Specifically,
most newer printers, backup devices, scanners,
and the like require these cables. In addition, any
parallel device with an HPCN36 connector requires
a 1284 cable. If in question, refer to the user's
manual of that specific device.

Can I use a non-1284 compliant cable instead

of one that is?

It is possible, but not recommended. Results can

range from limited success to complete lack of
operation.

What are the length restrictions on cables? Do I

need to terminate the end of the chain?
In order to maintain peak performance, the total
distance from computer to the last device should be
no more than about 35 feet. Longer runs may be
utilized with a possible drop in overall performance.
No external termination is required; peripherals
already come with the necessary termination. At PC
Cables and Parts, you'll discover an easy to use,
information packed web site.

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Source(s) of this and additional information: Microsoft MSDN Library: Extended Capabilities port Specs, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OpenLDI , http://niktec.com/gfx1.html
, http://www.newtechsolutions.com/ntsi/3d_graphics_cards/VX1-1600SW.htm#pspecs
Contributor(s): Eugen Paiuc
Last updated 2013-08-24 20:09:23.

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